The Exploration Company · 1 day ago
Crew Systems Engineering Intern-Avionics/Software
Houston, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 WinterThe Exploration Company is developing a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle called Nyx. As a Nyx Crew Systems Engineering Intern, you will lead the development of requirements, implement hardware prototypes, and test crew systems designs.
AerospaceAir TransportationManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct rapid hands-on prototype development, including designing and building mockups and functional systems
Conduct qualitative and quantitative human-in-the-loop evaluations of Nyx Crew systems
Develop software and simulations associated with crew vehicle displays and controls
Support the US engineering office with tasks related to the Nyx Crew vehicle systems, including: Requirements definition and refinement, Conceptual design and prototyping, Software architecting, implementation, and integration
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled students able to work 20-40 hours per week for a period of at least 10 weeks, beginning in January 2026
Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., current Green Card holders)
Preferred
Undergraduate or graduate studies in engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related field
Strong hands-on project experience through student teams, work projects, personal projects, or hobbies
Software development experience with a strong sense for clean and maintainable code
Affinity for designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces
Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks, preferably Vue.js
Experience with backend or tooling development in Python
Exposure to type-safe programming concepts (e.g., type-checked Python, TypeScript)
Independent, self-starter attitude
Benefits
Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
Company
The Exploration Company
The Exploration Company develops, manufactures and operates modular and reusable spaceships serving the needs of space stations.
Founded in 2021
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$209.86MKey Investors
Promus Ventures
2024-11-17Series B· $158.04M
2023-09-29Convertible Note
2023-02-01Series A· $44.05M
Leadership Team
Hélène Huby
Co-Founder & CEO
A
Artur Koop
Co-Founder and Lead Operations
Recent News
2025-12-28
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